In-House VA Workers’ Compensation Defense Attorney

AF Group; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 122,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

AF Group is seeking a Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney for an in-house role under the General Counsel, defending litigated claims before hearings, primarily in the Virginia area.

Responsibilities include research, negotiations, depositions, and leadership on major projects, with collaboration among witnesses, insureds, staff, and counsel.

Requirements: JD and bar admission; minimum four years of legal experience, insurance industry experience preferred; travel as needed.

Qualifications

• JD required and bar admission in good standing in employed state(s).
• Minimum four (4) years of legal experience; insurance industry experience preferred.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills; ability to interface with business groups at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Apply legal principles and defend claims with professional judgment.
• Evaluate appropriate legal techniques and criteria for solving issues.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, and memoranda; supervise with minimal supervision.
• Conduct legal research and provide timely opinions and advice.
• Assess risk areas and provide objective assessments.
• Contribute to major projects and special initiatives as needed.

Skills

Insurance law knowledge

Legal research

Negotiation

Leadership

Education

Juris Doctor degree and bar admission

Job description

AF Group is seeking a Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney for an in-house role under the General Counsel, defending litigated claims before hearings, primarily in the Virginia area.

Responsibilities include research, negotiations, depositions, and leadership on major projects, with collaboration among witnesses, insureds, staff, and counsel.

Requirements: JD and bar admission; minimum four years of legal experience, insurance industry experience preferred; travel as needed.